The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
How We Relate (Episode 5)
How We Relate (Episode 5)
How We Relate (Episode 5)
Thursday 15th August 2024
Explore how trust and vulnerability can deepen relationships, featuring personal stories and practical advice from West Thompson and Austin Hill.
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Episode Overview
- Vulnerability deepens relationships but requires trust.
- Sharing your story consistently helps build connections.
- Close relationships can cause pain but also lead to healing.
- Gauge trustworthiness before opening up.
- Personal anecdotes illustrate real-life applications.
Being vulnerable is like giving someone the tools to hurt you deeply and trusting they won't use them
In this episode of 'Relational Recovery', hosts West Thompson and Austin Hill dive into the intricacies of building trust and vulnerability in relationships. They discuss the common mistake of shutting down emotionally after being hurt by one person, even when there are others who are trustworthy. By sharing their own experiences and those of others in their community, they highlight the importance of consistent storytelling and the healing power of mutual understanding.
The episode emphasises that vulnerability is a two-way street - the more you share, the deeper your relationships can become. However, it's crucial to gauge trustworthiness before opening up. West shares a poignant analogy, describing vulnerability as giving someone the tools to hurt you deeply but trusting they won't use them. The conversation also touches on the inevitable pain that comes with close relationships and how it can lead to significant healing and growth.
Using personal anecdotes, like West's relationship with his wife, they illustrate how the closest bonds can bring both the most pain and the most healing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their relationships while navigating the challenges of trust and vulnerability. Tune in to learn how to build resilient, meaningful connections that can withstand the ups and downs of life.